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Data and trends strongly suggest that the influence of evangelical Christianity in America is declining.

Despite its full-throated political fury, evangelical Christianity is experiencing rapidly-declining spiritual influence in America; the latter a direct result of the former. A new theology is quickly rising to fill the void left by Christianity's increasing irrelevance.

The Lutheran Church (ELCA) has been hemorrhaging members at the rate of roughly 2% (or 75,000 people) per year for the last 15 years. Erlandson asserts that this is due in large part to the squelching of passionate leaders, particularly men; and offers solutions.

Recent polls find that Rudy Giuliani is a surprising choice of conservative Christians despite his liberal stands on social issues.

The daughter of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-California) has been accused of attacking Evangelical Christians and attempting to make them look absurd in her new film.

A counter-intuitive look at evangelical Christianity and its de-evangelizing of America.

Many pundits have predicted that evangelical Christians will abandon the Republicans this year, most likely by simply not voting. I say there is no way that will happen.

What do Christians in other countries have to endure because of their faith? Are Christians still being put in prison because they don't agree with their government?

The list of nutcase Christian ministers is endless, so I have narrowed it down to ten of my favorites. See which of these fine gentlemen will win the coveted Jerry Falwell Crazy-Assed Christian Award.

An overview of the religious scruples of the men who founded America

In the midst of polygamist leader Warren Jeffs' trial in Utah, Mormons woke up to a surprise on their doorknobs Sunday morning. Other's got their surprise Monday at the Utah Jazz game in downtown Salt Lake City.

Because of his three marriages, a Southern Baptist leader says evangelical Christians will have a hard time supporting Rudolph Giuliani in his bid to become the Republican Presidential nominee in 2008.

An explanation of why an evangelical Christian would vote for liberal politicians.

America allows religious freedom for all. Do Mike Huckabee's supporters subscribe to this right?

Welcome to Jerusalem...you certainly will pray a great deal more during your visit, and it would probably be wise to kneel, as not only is it a sign of respect and humility to Jehovah, but may very well serve as a safer position when the gunfire erupts.

In evangelical subculture, the concept of dancing has always created a great controversy. Parents and church leaders believe that the seductive and enticing atmosphere of most dances is against their confining faith.

Evangelical and Progressive Christians need to find common ground and practice The Greatest Commandment

A nationwide Barna Poll conducted in 1999 found that Christians, especially conservative, evangelical Christians have a higher divorce rate than atheists and agnostics.

In Southeast Alaska many Native American groups have begun to face issues of contrasting culture. One of the central issues is the clash between traditional Native spiritualism and the influx of Evangelical and Pentecostal churches.

Most so-called Christians in America have rejected some of Christ's most essential teachings and are hell-bent on dismantling the programs and institutions that in many ways achieve what Christ commanded.

Many evangelical Christian women have a secret. They are depressed, but afraid to let anybody know. What causes them to fear reaching out for help?

The fall-out between left, right, liberal, and conservative was inevitable. The debate regarding traditional evangelical issues got it's start between Obama and Dr. James Dobson of Focus on the Family.

The Rev. Jerry Falwell, the preacher and televangelist who founded the Moral Majority and helped turn conservative Christians into a formidable political force, died yesterday at the age of 73. The question now is what his ultimate legacy will be.

Hot sex in the Christian community is a topic that is seldom discussed. Apparently, the notion that sex can be good has finally caught on with Evangelicals.

Instead of asking WWJD (What would Jesus Do) about who to vote for and how to conduct oneself in the political arena, evanelicals should be asking WDJD (What did Jesus do). He stayed out of politics, thank you very much.

The key to a lasting peace is not so much the plan as the Man with the plan. This Man is not Jesus Christ. I am here to tell you the good news about the Good Man whom Christians, Jews, and Muslims have been wrongly taught to fear.

Are Mormon's Christians? They say yes, the Catholics say no.

Friends of God: A Road Trip is a documentary that takes an inside look at the Evangelical Christian lifestyle and culture. This is an analysis of some of the film's depictions.

Despite agreement by the vast majority of scientists in the world, Dr. Jerry Falwell still says that global warming is a myth that has more to do with politics than science.

The Washington Post article, "Let's Stop Stereotyping Evangelicals," written by Joseph Loconte and Michael Cromartie, is a thoughtful defense of the real work of many Evangelicals.

From what I've seen, the number of Christianity bashers grow in direct proportion to the number of false Christians going around today, or at least Christians with some big problems in the way they act. Even so, this thinking is completely unwarranted.

Evangelical leader and Focus on the Family founder Dr. James Dobson has expressed serious doubts about the potential Presidential candidacy of former Tennessee Senator Fred Thompson. Dobson even went so far as to question the validity of Thompson's Christian faith.

The Barna Group primarily provides research information that is related to religion, specifically Christianity. The Group has compiled a list of "the 12 most significant religious findings in 2006". Hold onto your Bibles and crosses, it's going to be a bumpy ride.

Chevrolet's "This is Our Country" ads depict one America. What about those who don't fit the physical appearance or job description of the "typical" American? The image of being American held by many and reinforced by the media is divisive and destructive.

Even if you are a liberal Democrat, there is much to gain from reading the best in conservative blogs. Here are but a few reasons why.

There are several commonly held misconceptions about the "Quiverfull Movement" which, if not dispelled, lend themselves to false conclusions about the movement and it's adherents.

Pat Robertson has made some radical statements in the past. How can a man like this have such a following? Does he represent Christian ideas?

The myth of America as Christian Nation debunked by the founders' words.

There is a new self-help title sweeping the nation in the form of a slick DVD and accompanying book. It claims to have all the answers you need to achieve health, wealth, and happiness of every kind. It is appropriately titled The Secret, but The Secret is no secret.

Recently I caught a picture of Barack Obama standing in front of a statue of Superman in Metropolis, Illinois, assuming the same pose as Superman. The message was clear; Barack Obama is here to 'save the day'.

Though the evil and cruelty in nature may seem contradictory to our religious views, further examination reveals that in fact, our knowledge of the apparent amorality in nature should lead us closer to the truth about our creation, not further away.

Newt Gingrich makes an unexpected confession and apology about past "moral failings" on Dobson's radio show "Focus on the Family".

An analysis of the clash between traditional beliefs and new ideas, specifically as seen in science fiction and politics.

Appealing to the 16 to 24 year old age group, hip hop music is the second most popular genre falling closely behind classical music. With the Christian influence steadily impacting hip hop, the genre is guaranteed to fall into the top music selection.

Despite veto, very little will change. Move offers no further protections for unused embryos in fertility clinics.

The book The War on Mel Gibson: The Media Versus the Passion by Gary North will be of interest to anyone who has followed the battle over The Passion played out by movie reviewers, actors, newscasters, and politicians.

Who was the most influential person of 2006, President Bush, a United States Senator, a college professor, or a public school teacher? My vote goes to Franklin Graham, an evangelist, and the son of Billy Graham.

North Korea has been a place that has been watched very closely for a while now. What is causing the people to follow this Juche ideology that the country prides itself in and what does this mean for the people there and for the world?

some compelling reasons why many, inclding the medical profession and sociologist believe abortion is wrong

Ronald Reagan believed that there was a Divine Purpose planned for his life. He believed he was put into his position to fight the evils of Communism.